Hot Cross Bun from Bluebird Tea Co

I’ve had this little sample tea hanging around for a while and haven’t really known when to drink it! Should I save it for a holiday or maybe the winter time? I know it’s typically an Easter tea, but there are things in this blend that makes me think of winter… cinnamon, cranberry, vanilla. The scent of this tea reminds me of a holiday candle. I pick up on a heavy flash of cinnamon and something baked and specked with cranberries in the background.

Sipping… I don’t think that I like this all that much. The strongest flavor I’m tasting is of a watery cinnamon and smoke. I will say that I’m probably not the right person to be reviewing this tea as I’m not too terribly fond of cinnamon flavors in tea, but I can usually handle it when it’s mixed with something else. Yep.. I really just taste cinnamon water. I can maybe taste some of the cranberry at the front of the sip if I am really looking for it. The aftertaste is where the “bun” flavor arrives.. it’s sweet and a little bready, but isn’t obvious.

I’m disappointed in this blend, but still love Bluebird Tea Co as they have so many other blends that I adore. I would recommend this tea for those who love a tea that is heavy on the cinnamon and without caffeine!

Here’s the scoop!

Leaf Type: Rooibos

Description

At Easter time there are few things better than the aroma of currants, cinnamon and freshly baked buns wafting across the kitchen. When creating our Spring Collection we knew we had to pay homage to our favourite Easter treat, so here you have it – Hot Cross Bun tea! Don’t say we don’t treat you every now and again!